1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1962 Simca Oceane
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Simca Oceane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Simca Oceane would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1962 Simca Oceane. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1962 Simca Oceane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1962 Simca Oceane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 1962 Simca Oceane has manual transmission. 1962 Simca Oceane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1962 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | Bentley | Simca |
| Model | Mulsanne | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2450 mm |
